904 leak-can I replace this piece?

[standup303]

Hey all,

My 904 is leaking from the “linkage connection point” shown in the photo. Leaks whenever the torque converter drains back into the pan after sitting a few days. Can I seal this without removing the pan?

 

[Inertia]

Yes, there is a seal you can see, that can be replaced, and there's also an o-ring on around that inner shaft under the clip, that needs replacement as well.
Don't let that inner shaft fall inside, it will disconnect from linkage , which may require pan removal.
Cheers

 

[Inertia]

To get that seal out, being outta the car, I drill a coupla small holes in the metal of the seal, and screw a coupla self-tappers in, - they will bottom out, - and when you keep screwing, the seal will be pulled out by the threads .

 

[Righty Tighty]

To purchase your replacement seal, you’re looking for a “shift shaft seal.” The link below is just an example.

. for A500 TF6 904 42re shifter Shaft Shift Linkage selector shaft seal kit | eBay

 

[VOETOM]

Don't forget to change the inner seal as well; the one under the washer you took off that was held on with the C clip.

 

[rbkt65]

buy the removal/install set to do it in the car or out of the car.

 

[transman]

You should be able to get both the seal and the oring from one of your local transmission shops. Bullfrog or Victoria

 

[standup303]

Thanks everyone! I got the main seal at OReillys and have it installed already. I’m going to order the small O Ring and can at least get the transmission back in the car tonight. Love this site and all the help available.

 

[Inertia]

You should be able to get both the seal and the oring from one of your local transmission shops. Bullfrog or Victoria

Lol, dudes in Colorado, where are you ?

 

[transman]

Lol, dudes in Colorado, where are you ?

1 beer too many I guess. Up Island from you.